Our all-weather friend, the Arboretum
Rain or shine, snow or sleet, this special place — a community — reaches out daily with open arms.
Category: Nature Notes
Insights from Minnesota Master Naturalists.
A secret garden at the Arboretum
By Zan Tomko Come along on a short winter walk in a very special space. Park in the Marion AndrusContinue Reading
Winter Wondering
Always a lovely sight, tree branches are frosted with thick layers of white, accentuating their lines and shapes. The depth of snow reminds me of cookies frosted in heavy lumps by children, eager for a sweet treat.
Here Come Those Winter Blues
Go outside (even on cold and cloudy days) and taking a walk outdoors help relieve stress and anxiety, both of which can increase SAD symptoms. Being active can make you feel better about yourself, too, which can lift your mood.
14 things to do in January 2023 at the Arboretum
Happy New Year, Arboretum fans! We can’t thank you enough for making 2022 an absolutely terrific year. Your donations, visits,Continue Reading
The Arb’s Wild Creatures
A red-bellied woodpecker searches for food high in a scotch pine. The red on the belly is usually very faint and hard to see, and some people mistake these birds for red-headed woodpeckers, but the latter has an entirely red head and a solid black back.
Nature’s Intentions
A Ponderosa lemon tree catches my eye. Did you know it is known for its purple flowers and even more so for the lemon-citron hybrid fruit that can grow up to FIVE pounds!
The inner workings of the Arboretum’s 25-foot Poinsettia Tree!
By Sarah Jackson The Minnesota Landscape Arboretum is brighter than ever this year, thanks to its annual Winter Lights displaysContinue Reading
It’s All Downhill from Here
The Dakota name Minnewashta means: minne meaning water and washta meaning good.
Staying Active
A red squirrel darts across the snow and up a tree, then settles on a branch to eat. Its long fingers and grippy toes enable it to hold its food and balance just about anywhere.
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